Device Certificates
Introduction to Device Certificates
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital technology, securing communication between devices and cloud services is critical. Device Certificates play a pivotal role in establishing a trustworthy environment for these interactions. As digital certificates, they authenticate device identities and enable secure data transfer, ensuring that both the data and the devices remain protected against unauthorized access and manipulation.
Authentication and Trust:
Device Certificates verify the identity of devices on a network, ensuring that data is only exchanged between authenticated and trusted devices. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of data in systems where multiple devices interact, such as IoT networks.
Data Security:
By facilitating encryption and secure communication channels, Device Certificates prevent eavesdropping, data breaches, and other cyber threats. This is particularly vital for industries handling sensitive information, such as healthcare, finance, and critical infrastructure.
Compliance and Standards:
Many industries are governed by strict regulatory requirements that mandate secure data handling and communication practices. Device Certificates help organizations comply with these regulations, avoiding potential legal and financial penalties.
Scalability and Management:
As networks grow and more devices are added, managing security at scale becomes a challenge. Device Certificates offer a scalable solution for securing new devices as they join networks, using automated processes that reduce the burden of manual security management.
Future-Proofing:
With the advent of new regulations and the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, having a robust security framework is essential. Device Certificates provide a forward-thinking approach to security, preparing organizations to meet future challenges and regulatory changes.
Cryptera's Device Certificate Solution
Cryptera’s Device Certificate solution offers tools and services designed to enhance the security of your connected devices. From secure manufacturing to seamless cloud integration, our solution ensures that your devices are not only compliant with the highest security standards but also prepared for the challenges of tomorrow’s digital landscape.
Cryptera ensures this through our Device Certificate solution, providing encryption, integrity, and authentication for device-to-cloud communications. Our comprehensive service spans from manufacturing to cloud integration, offering a robust framework for scaling your device fleet securely.
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Key Features
Managed Key Storage:
Features secure, backed-up key storage with FIPS Level 2 certified Hardware Security Module (HSM) and audited facilities in the Nordics.
Secure Cloud Connectivity:
Easily integrates with cloud IoT services like Azure IoT Hub and AWS IoT for secure device onboarding and communication, supporting Azure DPS and Just-in-time provisioning.
Advanced Security Features:
Includes secure API, centralized logging, authentication, access control, and key policies to maintain high-security standards.
Compliance and Standards:
Meets international standards such as IEC 62443-4-1/4-2 and ETSI EN 303 645, with guidance on EU legislation like CRA & RED.
Benefits
Ease of Use:
Simplified APIs make it easy to issue and manage x.509 certificates, ensuring seamless device onboarding and connectivity.
Superior Security:
Our KeyServer Device Certificate solution offers a private certificate authority (CA), advanced access control, and secure API access, protecting against key abuse and leakage.
Expert Support:
Backed by over 30 years of industry experience, Cryptera provides comprehensive support and expertise in secure provisioning and encryption.
